Air Duct Cleaning FAQ

Q: Are there health benefits from Air Duct Cleaning?

A: There is plenty of research showing that heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems act as a contaminant collection source. These contaminants include fungi, bacteria, dust particles, allergens, and other materials. Regular air duct cleaning is one of the best ways to get your home one step closer to clean air you deserve.

Q: Does Air Duct Cleaning reduce home energy bills?

A: Research by the U.S. EPA has demonstrated that HVAC system cleaning may allow systems to run more efficiently by removing debris from sensitive mechanical components. Clean, efficient systems are less likely to break down, have a longer life span, and generally operate more effectively than dirty systems.
Air Duct Cleaning should help your system operate at its maximum efficiency. As components of the HVAC system become clogged with dirt and debris, they may take longer to reach the set temperature, costing hundreds of dollars in heating and cooling bills. Professional Duct Cleaning Service will clear these parts of contaminants and help to prevent their accumulation in the future. Clean, efficient systems are less likely to break down, have a longer life span, and should result in energy savings.

Q: What is a proper way to clean a residential HVAC system?:

A: Air Duct Cleaning process should follow the “source removal method.” This method requires that the entire HVAC system be put under negative pressure while a technician loosens all contaminants in each vent. The contaminants are removed via negative pressure through a closed system, ensuring no dirt gets into the home.
As industry recommends, out team will attach a high-power, commercial grade HEPA filter vacuum to your system, which collects contaminants from the system throughout the entirety of the service. The air duct cleaners will than systematically clean every vent, using the Viper Whip tool to ensure that no dirt is left within the individual ducts. After all material is agitated, the debris collected from the interior surfaces of the vents will be pulled out of the system by a vacuum.

Q: How often should the air ducts be cleaned?

A: The National Air Duct Cleaners Association (NADCA) maintains that a total ventilation system cleaning should be performed every 3-5 years. Customers who have the following might also want to consider more frequent cleanings:
Pets that shed high amounts of hair and dander
Water contamination or damage
Residents with allergies or asthma
After home renovations or remodeling
Prior to occupancy of a new home

Q: How long does a typical Air Duct Cleaning take?

A: The amount of time it takes to clean a residential HVAC system can vary, depending on the complexity of the system. Normally, the deep air duct cleaning process should take at least 3-5 hours.

Q: What is a normal price range for Deep Air Duct Cleaning Service?

A: The Environmental Protection Agency says that “duct cleaning services typically range in cost from $450 to $1000 per heating and cooling system, depending on the services offered, the size of the system to be cleaned, system accessibility, climactic region, and level of contamination” and type of duct material.